Kylie Kelce apologizes to Princess Catherine after calling her 'Princess Kate'

# What happened

Kylie Kelce apologized to Catherine, Princess of Wales, during a recent episode of her Not Gonna Lie podcast after a listener pointed out that calling the royal "Princess Kate" was inappropriate. Kelce said she was unaware that the phrasing could be considered offensive and committed to using the proper form of address going forward.

# The apology, in her words

On the episode, Kelce said she loves learning and that she didn't know the term "Princess Kate" was offensive. She stated, "Now I know that. Now I will proceed accordingly," then directly apologized: "Princess Catherine or the Princess of Wales, I apologize. I will get that sorted immediately starting now." She explained she wants to refer to people in ways that make them feel respected.

# What prompted the correction

The on-air correction followed a listener's message criticizing Kelce's earlier mention of Catherine. The listener wrote that a princess is "too refined and beautiful to be subjected to [Kylie's] cursing" and urged Kelce to "clean up [her] act." Kelce acknowledged she uses curse words in general but agreed she would not swear in front of a royal and said that she aims to be respectful in the situations she's placed in.

# The earlier invitation

# Royal naming background

The article summarizes Catherine's titles and how they changed after marriage. Born Catherine Middleton, she became Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, in April 2011 when she married Prince William. In September 2022, after William became Prince of Wales, Catherine took on the title Princess of Wales. Media and public familiarity with the name Kate (used in earlier interviews and coverage) contrasts with reports that Catherine prefers to be addressed as Catherine when spoken to directly.

# Likelihood of a podcast appearance

Kelce herself expressed skepticism that Catherine would accept the invitation, saying she doesn't think Catherine has time to hop on the podcast. Kelce framed the invitation as a casual offer without pressure.

# Why this matters to listeners

The exchange highlights how public figures who engage with royals or refer to them in media mentions can face quick public correction about etiquette. Kelce's response shows a willingness to amend phrasing when informed. For listeners, it's an example of a media personality responding to audience feedback about respectful forms of address.

# Bottom line